Contract, Specialist/Paralegal - Trademarks & IP Document Management

PTC Therapeutics is a global commercial biopharmaceutical company. For over 25 years our team has been deeply committed to a unified purpose: Extending life's moments for children and adults living with a rare disease.

At PTC, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team, fostering a strong sense of belonging.

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Site: www.ptcbio.com

Primary duties/responsibilities:

• Strong knowledge of domestic and foreign trademark procedures.
• Assists in managing PTC's trademark portfolio, including trademark prosecution, maintenance and enforcement.
• Ability to independently draft and prepare trademark legal documents for submission to the USPTO including, but not limited to, trademark applications, statements of use, amendments, office action responses, renewal and incontestability declarations.
• Competent in reviewing Powers of Attorney, Assignments, Declarations and other sensitive correspondence for PTC's execution.
• Reviews trademark applications to check for compliance with USPTO requirements and IPD standards.
• Competent and detail-oriented management of PTC's trademark docket.
• Strong knowledge and working experience of the USPTO and Madrid Monitor's electronic filing system and trademark searching databases.
• Knowledge and working experience in ordering and reviewing trademark clearance searches;
• Assists in responding to domestic and foreign IP counsel;
• Assists in gathering information to support PTC's position for and/or against opposition, cancellation and forfeiture proceedings.
• Analyze and investigate trademark watch service reports.
• Assists in quality assurance review for IP documents and filings by noting any errors or omissions.
• Communicates with the USPTO, WIPO, outside counsel and foreign associates regarding prosecution, maintenance and enforcement matters.
• Creates and generates ad-hoc reports, charts and Excel spreadsheets in connection with IP matters;
• Assists with special IP projects that may include researching and analyzing relevant IP issues; and
• Performs other tasks and assignments as needed and specified by multiple stakeholders.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher with 3+ years of comparable trademark and IP docketing experience in a legal environment, with or without Paralegal Certification; or,

• Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

• Ability to communicate information to internal stakeholders, including without limitation, PTC's legal, regulatory, commercial, supply chain, corporate communications, medical affairs and compliance groups, patent practitioners, domestic and foreign outside counsel and service vendors;
• Self-driven and proactive ability to multi-task while being detail-oriented;
• Ability to effectively manage resources to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
• Willingness to be available to assist with document preparation and/or distribution with surprise or urgent deadlines;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Excellent database review skills and proofreading skills; and
• Excellent investigative, problem-solving and follow-up skills.

• Knowledge of domestic and foreign trademark procedures
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), OneDrive, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Docketing Database systems and Document Management Software

*Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred.

• NJ Notary Public
• Knowledge of the USPTO's Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure (TMEP);
• Knowledge of Madrid Protocol and Paris Convention;
• Familiarity with Apostille and Legalization procedures;
• Ability to identify legal issues based on general knowledge of trademark law;
• Prior Trademark Paralegal experience (or equivalent position and experience) in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry or with a law firm handling trademark matters for pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical clients;
• Basic knowledge of and work experience with copyrights optional, but not required.

Travel requirements

• Minimal, as requested

• Warren, NJ Office based position.

Expected Hourly Salary Range:

$47 - $59. The hourly salary offered will be contingent on assessment of candidate education level, background, and experience relative to the requirements of the position they are being considered for, as well as review of internal equity.

EEO Statement:

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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